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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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