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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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