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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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