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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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