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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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