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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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