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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these promising new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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