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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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