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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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