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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online education technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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