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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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