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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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