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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are considering today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better comprehend these important new open educational experiments. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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