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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have empowered students all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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