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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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