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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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