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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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