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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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