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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in e-learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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