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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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