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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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