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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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