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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning have made it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free 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 e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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