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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Corporations want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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