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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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