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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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