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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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