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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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