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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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