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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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