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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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