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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also reviews 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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