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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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