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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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