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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning have enabled people all around 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 MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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