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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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