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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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