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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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