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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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