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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education experiments. Everybody wants to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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