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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in digital education technology are empowering people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the major 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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