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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning have enabled people all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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