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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology enable students all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Liberia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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