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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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