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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in elearning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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