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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning have enabled people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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