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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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