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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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