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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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