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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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