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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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