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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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