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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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