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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning have made it possible for 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 online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better understand these open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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