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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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