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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in digital education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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