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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online education enable learners all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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