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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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