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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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