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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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