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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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