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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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