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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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