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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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