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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open education undertakings. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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