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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning have enabled learners all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Serbia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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