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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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