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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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