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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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