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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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