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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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