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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning are enabling students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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