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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Instructors want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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