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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology have empowered students all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students make sure that lecturers 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 MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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