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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New gains in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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