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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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