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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in digital education technology have provided the means for humans 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 online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cameroon to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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