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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic education technology have empowered people 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 MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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