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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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