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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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