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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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