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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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