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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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