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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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