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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these significant new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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