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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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