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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online education institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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