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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers 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 MOOCs? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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