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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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