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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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