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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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