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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these new open educational endeavours. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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