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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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