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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning are empowering people all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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