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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open education experiments. Scholars want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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