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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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