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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online education are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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