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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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