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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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