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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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