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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology have empowered students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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