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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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