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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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