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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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