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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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