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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology have empowered people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these intriguing new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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