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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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