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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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