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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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