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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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