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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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