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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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