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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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