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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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