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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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