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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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