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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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