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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these significant new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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