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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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