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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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