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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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