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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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