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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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