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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online education have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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