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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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