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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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