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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Corporations want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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