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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open educational experiments. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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