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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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