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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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