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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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