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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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