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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guadeloupe to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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