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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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