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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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