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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open education ventures. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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