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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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