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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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