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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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