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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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