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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses 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. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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