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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these intriguing new open education experiments. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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