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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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