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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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