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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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