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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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