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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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