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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to understand these exciting new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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