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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online education have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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