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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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