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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these massive open online courses? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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