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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners 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 online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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