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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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