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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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