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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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