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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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