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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners 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 customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education experiments. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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