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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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