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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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