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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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