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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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