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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic education technology have provided the means for students 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. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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