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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these interesting new open education undertakings. People want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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