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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in online education are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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