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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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