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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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