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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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