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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to understand these open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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