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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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