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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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