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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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