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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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