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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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