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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also researches 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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