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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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