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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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