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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have empowered students all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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