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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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