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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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