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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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