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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open education experiments. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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