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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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