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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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