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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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