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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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