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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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