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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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