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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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