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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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