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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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