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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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