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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? 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 teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational experiments. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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