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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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