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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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