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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online education make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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