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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in e-learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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