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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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