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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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