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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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