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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major 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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