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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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