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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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