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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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