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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand these open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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