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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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