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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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