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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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