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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies 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 teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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