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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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