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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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