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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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