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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the 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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