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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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