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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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