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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this crescive demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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