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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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