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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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