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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to understand these promising new open education endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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