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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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