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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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