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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these important new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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