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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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