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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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