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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the major 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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