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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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