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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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