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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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