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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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