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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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