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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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