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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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