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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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