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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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