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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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