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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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