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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology make it possible for learners 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 courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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