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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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