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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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