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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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