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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online education have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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