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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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