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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning are enabling people all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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