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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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