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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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