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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in digital education technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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