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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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