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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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