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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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