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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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