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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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