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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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