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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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