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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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