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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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