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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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