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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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