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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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