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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are empowering learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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