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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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