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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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