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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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