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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online education have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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