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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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