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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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