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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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