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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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