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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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