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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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