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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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