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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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