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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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