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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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