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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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