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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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