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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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