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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people 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. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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