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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also investigates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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