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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly 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 issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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