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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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