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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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