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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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