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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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