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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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