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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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