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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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