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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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