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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning are empowering students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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