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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver 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 for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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