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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning have provided the means for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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