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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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