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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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