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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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