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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better grasp these promising new open educational experiments. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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