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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions must deal with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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