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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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