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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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