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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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