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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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