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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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