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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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