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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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