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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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