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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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