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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Guadeloupe to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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