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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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