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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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