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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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