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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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