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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to understand these new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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