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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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