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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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