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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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