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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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