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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are considering today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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