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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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