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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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