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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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