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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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