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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also researches 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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