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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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