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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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