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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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