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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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