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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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