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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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