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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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