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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans 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 MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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