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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these important new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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