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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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