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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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