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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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