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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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