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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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