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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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