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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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