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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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