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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in elearning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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