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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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