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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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