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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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