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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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