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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open education undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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