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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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