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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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