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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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