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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning are empowering students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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