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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education experiments. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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