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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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