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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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