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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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