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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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