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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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