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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online education technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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