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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth 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. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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