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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of 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 typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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