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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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