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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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