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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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