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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open education endeavours. Professors want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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