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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to understand these intriguing new open education experiments. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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