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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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