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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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