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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better grasp these significant new open education endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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