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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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