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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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