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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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