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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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