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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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