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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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