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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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