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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online education technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these promising new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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