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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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