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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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