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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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