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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in e-learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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