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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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