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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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