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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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