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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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