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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand these new open educational experiments. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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