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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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