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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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