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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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