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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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