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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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