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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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