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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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