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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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