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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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