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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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