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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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