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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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