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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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