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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning enable students all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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