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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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