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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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