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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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