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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. People want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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