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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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