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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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