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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. People want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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