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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also researches the major 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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