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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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