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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better grasp these new open educational experiments. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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