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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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