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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning have empowered humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? 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 participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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