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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in elearning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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