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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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