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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education experiments. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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