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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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