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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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