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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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