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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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