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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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