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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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