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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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