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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning are providing the means for humans 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 online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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