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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education experiments. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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