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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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