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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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