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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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