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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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