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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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