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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the most important 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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