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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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