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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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