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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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