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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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