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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Somalia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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