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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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