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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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