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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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