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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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