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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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