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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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