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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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