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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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