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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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