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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Belarus to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational experiments. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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