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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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