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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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