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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning enable people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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