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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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