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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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