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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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