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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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