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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open education experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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