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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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