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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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