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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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