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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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