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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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