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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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