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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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