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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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