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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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