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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in digital education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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