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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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