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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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