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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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