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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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