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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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