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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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