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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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