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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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