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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these significant new open education endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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