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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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