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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around 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 ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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