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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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