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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education endeavours. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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