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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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