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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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