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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies 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 stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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