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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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