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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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