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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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