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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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