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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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