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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in digital education technology enable students all around the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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