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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online education enable learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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