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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education experiments. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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