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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education experiments. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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