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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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