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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education technology enable people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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