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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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