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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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