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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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