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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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