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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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