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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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