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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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