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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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