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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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