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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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