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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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