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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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