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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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