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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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