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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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