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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in elearning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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