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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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