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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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