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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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