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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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