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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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