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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology enable students all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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