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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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