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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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