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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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