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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open education experiments. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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