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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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