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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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